Bean Sprouts Recalled in Canada for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Fresh Sprout International Ltd. is recalling Fresh Sprouts brand Fresh Bean Sprouts distributed in Ontario due to the potential of Salmonella contamination. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), there have been no reported illnesses associated with this product.

The recalled bean sprouts are sold in a 454-gram bag (about 1 pound) and have the UPC number 827468001000 and code 14/JUL/07. If purchased, the product should be thrown out or returned to the place of purchase.

The recall was triggered following an inspection conducted by the CFIA. For more information, contact Fresh Sprout at freshsprout2@bellnet.ca or contact CFIA by filling out the online feedback form.

In healthy people, short-term symptoms associated with Salmonella can include fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. The risk of serious and sometimes deadly infections is higher among young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

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